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NewsJune 13, 2016

LAS VEGAS -- A World Series of Poker player said he hit an "emotional jackpot," thanks to an Uber driver who returned his $7,000 ante. Jacob Brundage of Lakeland, Florida, said he lost a tote filled with cash and playing chips. Brundage realized the bag was in an Uber car he rode. Brundage failed to reach the driver through the app and enlisted a group of Uber drivers to help. The driver, who wants to remain anonymous, called Brundage and returned the bag. Brundage gave him $200 as a reward...

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LAS VEGAS -- A World Series of Poker player said he hit an "emotional jackpot," thanks to an Uber driver who returned his $7,000 ante. Jacob Brundage of Lakeland, Florida, said he lost a tote filled with cash and playing chips. Brundage realized the bag was in an Uber car he rode. Brundage failed to reach the driver through the app and enlisted a group of Uber drivers to help. The driver, who wants to remain anonymous, called Brundage and returned the bag. Brundage gave him $200 as a reward.

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